Operating Room Registered Nurse
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Mary Black Health System - Spartanburg

Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)

Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)
• Facility Level: Level 1
• Required Experience: Minimum 5 years in specialty
• Specialty Experience Required: Vascular & Neuro experience mandatory
• On-Call Requirement: Yes
• Floating: No floating required
• Local Radius Rule: Must be located at least 75 miles away (no locals accepted)
• Pending License: Accepted if obtained prior to start
• Attendance Policy: More than two missed shifts per 13-week contract without reasonable explanation may lead to contract review and possible cancellation

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA required, RQI acceptable
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Required for OR RN, must be AHA or AHA RQI
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for OR RN at Mary Black campus; confirm location to determine if needed
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - Preferred for Mother Baby/Postpartum RN’s
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) - Required on first day of orientation; includes arrhythmia and drug calculation tests; two attempts allowed
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement - Required
• State License Verification - Primary source verification required
• NURSYS Verification - Required for all RNs
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing - Required for RNs

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license valid in South Carolina (must be obtained prior to start if pending)
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an RN with vascular and neuro specialty experience
• Ability to work on-call as required
• Must comply with facility attendance policy

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• South Carolina statewide search required regardless of residence/work history
• Education verification: Highest level of education (associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate) must be verified
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
• Drug testing within 60 days of start (10 panel including Oxycodone and Marijuana)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or approved exemptions for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal Flu (documentation or declination required)
  • COVID-19 (Dose 1 and 2 required or declination form)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance within 1 year of start (if respirator use required)

Additional Requirements

• Facility-specific documents including photo for badge and compliance checklists
• Pass/Fail testing for medication and EKG competency required
• References: 2 references within 3 years of start required (Qualivis requirement)
• Employment application required
• Skills checklist updated annually for applicable units

Schedule and Other Details

• Start Date: March 9
• Block scheduling: Not accommodated
• Floating: Not required
• Must adhere to on-call policy for specified units

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse with at least 5 years of experience, including vascular and neuro specialties. The role requires on-call availability and strict adherence to attendance policies. Candidates must have all required certifications and licenses, meet comprehensive background and health compliance requirements, and be willing to work at least 75 miles from their home location.